Take Back Your Abs: 6 Steps to 6 Packs

Unless you’ve got the genes of Arnold, accomplishing a nice 6-pack of abs and then actually keeping it can seem next to impossible for us average morons.

As I work on my own abs, there’s a few things I keep in mind; I’d like to share the information with you in the form of 6 simple steps so that we can get on the same page.

Do these easy-ass things, and you’re on your way to washboard abs for life:

1) drink more water immediately after waking up; if you didn’t drink anything all day at work, you’d be pretty dehydrated and probably ready to pass out…I may not be the most sensitive man on earth…but I wouldn’t want that crap to happen to you. After an 8-hour shift in the sack, you’re body is pretty parched and needs to re-fuel itself with some quality H2O. As soon as you wake up, try drinking two full glasses of water (16 ounces) and another 4 glasses throughout the work day. You’ll be peeing a lot, but after you do this for a couple of weeks you’ll see the purpose. Oh, and while you’re at it, lose the coffee and pop…that crap will scare your 6-pack from a mile away.

2) always eat your breakfast; if you forget about eating in the morning, an afternoon binge is likely and you’re that much farther away from hitting your target goals. Now don’t go downing 6 sausage burritos at McDonald’s on me or anything, but get the right amount of protein and fat within reason (250-500 calories)…k?

3) remember your fitness goals every time you eat; sounds pretty stupid right? Well guess what: the more you monitor yourself and go over where you want to be, the more disciplined you’ll stay and the quicker you’ll reach your goals…it’s true! Try it and then try to argue with me…

4) pack your own lunch; OK you won’t be the office “Slick” by eating in everyday and bringing your own goods, but think of the money and the effort you’ll save to try and eat healthy (not to mention the gas). If you spend a little time at night to adequately prepare your healthy lunch and snacks for tomorrow, you’re going to see results…if you forget, at least try eating at Panera Bread to stay on track (see older posts of mine…I’m OBSESSED with this place; and for good reasons!)…at least you’ll be in better shape then “Fatty Slick”. 

5) be smart about how you exercise; if you’ve got abs hidden under a flab-sack, don’t do 67 more crunches before hitting the showers…it’s not going to help very much. Sure, you’re abs will grow stronger, but the fat’s not going anywhere! Try mixing up your workout days and incorporating cardiovascular training at least 3 days a week in some form…and when you’re hitting the weights, be efficient! What the heck do I mean? K I’ll tell you because I didn’t even get it. What I mean is that if it’s a non-cardio day and you’re just going to do crunches and bench etc, then keep moving! Stay away from that 17 minute rest interval between sets to go talk to the Water Fountain Hottie OK? Only rest when you have to, but keep going and keep sweating.

6) get enough sleep; I can’t stress this one enough: don’t stay up late watching those lame-ass talk shows or adult entertainment flicks…get 8 hours of rest. The benefits are numerous but it’s important to remember that the appropriate amount of rest each night keeps your hormones balanced and your body on track. This will cut your belly-fat right off and show your “skeptical self” results fast.

So that’s it; don’t do just 4 or 5 of those things…do them all. I really feel that practicing the above 6 habits will have you looking good fast and feeling as confident as ever; so get on board and get on track today to reap the benefits of a washboard stomach in just a few short months…time for me to hit the grocery store…wish me discipline; Peace.

Source=Derek Huizinga, Jumpstart Energy